Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
Did You Know:
- Knowledge of electrical equipment and electronics is necessary for employment; employers often prefer applicants with an associate degree in electronics, and professional certification often is required.
- Job opportunities will be best for applicants with an associate degree, certification or related experience.
- Overall employment is projected to grow more slowly than the average for all occupations.
Industry Areas
- Rail Transportation
- Local Government (OES Designation)
- Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software.
- Reassemble and test equipment after repairs.
- Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment.
Overall Kind of Work
Businesses and other organizations depend on complex electronic equipment for a variety of functions. Industrial controls automatically monitor and direct production processes on the factory floor...
Work Environment
Military
Electronic instrument and equipment repairers usually work in repair shops and laboratories on land or aboard ships.
Status
What is the difference between enlisted and officer?
Enlisted:Enlisted members enter the Military with a high school diploma (in some cases a GED), at a minimum. They are employed in almost every type of military career, often in hands-on roles.
Officers: Officers either enter the Military with a four-year college degree or greater or served previously as enlisted members, and are generally employed in management roles or highly specialized fields that require intensive training.
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Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
1,934 Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment in the military
Service Branches
Electronic Instrument and Equipment Repairers work in the following services:
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